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Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH · Private · 6,437 students

Located in Cleveland's vibrant University Circle, an extension of campus.

Acceptance rate

36.5%

SAT (mid 50%)

1430–1540

Avg net price

$41,190

after aid

Testing

Optional

2027 cycle

Sources: the U.S. Department of Education (2024), and the Case Western Reserve University admissions site.

Your chances

How hard is it to get in?

Case Western Reserve University admitted 36.5% of applicants in its most recent reported class. That’s selective. Fewer than half of the students who apply get in.

Here’s where admitted students landed on tests. The middle 50% score 1430–1540 on the SAT and 32–34 on the ACT. Scores at or above that band keep you in contention. They don’t decide it.

The real question isn’t your odds. It’s your move. That’s where Spike comes in. It reads your profile against what Case Western Reserve University actually rewards, then tells you what to do next.

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What they value

Research, Collaboration, and Applied Learning

Your coursework is paired with applied experience. Nearly every undergraduate participates in experiential learning, research, internships, co-ops, creative projects or global study, often beginning in the first year.

Students are admitted to the university, not a single area of study, allowing flexibility to combine disciplines or refine their focus as their goals sharpen.

  • Four Undergraduate SchoolsCase School of Engineering, College of Arts and Sciences, Frances Payne Bolton S
  • Nearly 100 Majors, Minors, and ConcentrationsSTEM, healthcare, business, humanities, social sciences, arts
  • Diverse Fields of StudyAccounting, Aerospace Engineering, Africana Studies, Anthropology, Applied Data

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Applying

Here’s what to send, and when.

  • TestingOptional (2027 cycle)

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Cost and aid

What will you actually pay?

The sticker price is about $85,851. That isn’t what most families pay. After need-based aid, the average net price is $41,190.

Case Western Reserve University is committed to using the Principles & Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in its student financial aid offer.

Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $87,989.

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Academics

These are the most popular majors.

  • Computer Science9% of degrees
  • Biology, General7% of degrees
  • Mechanical Engineering6% of degrees
  • Psychology, General6% of degrees
  • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing6% of degrees
  • Biomedical/Medical Engineering6% of degrees

Campus life

Here’s the feel of the place.

“Explore the Cleveland Museum of Art, grab coffee in Coventry, then collaborate on a research project in the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building, a Tuesday here.”

With over 550 park-like acres, University Circle offers a vibrant urban environment, just a short walk to destinations like Severance Music Center, the Cleveland Museum of Art, and the Cleveland Botan

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Quick answers

What do people ask about Case Western Reserve University?

Is Case Western Reserve University test-optional?
For the 2027 application cycle, standardized testing at Case Western Reserve University is optional.
How hard is it to get into Case Western Reserve University?
Very hard. Case Western Reserve University admits 36.5% of applicants. The middle 50% of admitted students score 1430 to 1540 on the SAT. Treat it as a reach for every applicant.
How much does Case Western Reserve University cost?
The list price is about $85,851. After aid, families pay $41,190 on average.
Is Case Western Reserve University worth it?
Graduates earn a median of $87,989 ten years after enrolling. 87% of students graduate within six years. Value depends on your aid offer and your goals. That’s what Spike helps you weigh.

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